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During the works for the Balgowlah Plaza Revitalisation—which has included removing existing garden walls, paving and sub-base—we have uncovered structural issues with the roots of the existing five Celtis Australis - European Nettle trees within the plaza.

Council has engaged an independent arboriculturist who has confirmed that these trees were planted within close proximity to old existing concrete footings and slabs—beneath the pavers in the sub-base—causing shallow tree root growth. The state of the roots is jeopardising the health and safety of the trees.

Due to the instability of the roots, the trees cannot be retained. Unfortunately these trees will need to be removed as they pose a safety risk to the public and have a limited life span. The five existing trees will be replaced with six 4.0 metre tall “Coral Red Crape Myrtles” and two 3.0 metre tall “Luscious Water Gums”.

Moving forward the existing trees shall be removed by specialist contractors and the replacement trees will be planted once all the ground works are nearing completion to minimise damage to the new trees

During the works for the Balgowlah Plaza Revitalisation—which has included removing existing garden walls, paving and sub-base—we have uncovered structural issues with the roots of the existing five Celtis Australis - European Nettle trees within the plaza.

Council has engaged an independent arboriculturist who has confirmed that these trees were planted within close proximity to old existing concrete footings and slabs—beneath the pavers in the sub-base—causing shallow tree root growth. The state of the roots is jeopardising the health and safety of the trees.

Due to the instability of the roots, the trees cannot be retained. Unfortunately these trees will need to be removed as they pose a safety risk to the public and have a limited life span. The five existing trees will be replaced with six 4.0 metre tall “Coral Red Crape Myrtles” and two 3.0 metre tall “Luscious Water Gums”.

Moving forward the existing trees shall be removed by specialist contractors and the replacement trees will be planted once all the ground works are nearing completion to minimise damage to the new trees

Works to Balgowlah Plaza are scheduled to commenceJuly 17th 2017. Lanskey Constructions Pty Ltd will be delivering the works on behalf of Northern Beaches Council.

The project is anticipated to take approximately eight (8) to ten (10) weeks from site establishment, weather permitting.

The works include

Demolition of existing garden beds and removal of existing pavers

New paving throughout

New garden beds within stone faced walls with bench seating

New Plaza lighting, landscaping and drinking fountain.

How will these works impact me?

During these works, pedestrian access to the footpath and business entrances will be maintained, there will be some disruptions to pedestrian access and vehicle traffic along Sydney Road at times i.e. delivery of materials, access adjustments etc. Council's contractor will endeavour to minimise these impacts during the works.

Noise and dust control measures during the construction works will be maintained by the contractors.

We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience through this construction period.

Works to Balgowlah Plaza are scheduled to commenceJuly 17th 2017. Lanskey Constructions Pty Ltd will be delivering the works on behalf of Northern Beaches Council.

The project is anticipated to take approximately eight (8) to ten (10) weeks from site establishment, weather permitting.

The works include

Demolition of existing garden beds and removal of existing pavers

New paving throughout

New garden beds within stone faced walls with bench seating

New Plaza lighting, landscaping and drinking fountain.

How will these works impact me?

During these works, pedestrian access to the footpath and business entrances will be maintained, there will be some disruptions to pedestrian access and vehicle traffic along Sydney Road at times i.e. delivery of materials, access adjustments etc. Council's contractor will endeavour to minimise these impacts during the works.

Noise and dust control measures during the construction works will be maintained by the contractors.

We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience through this construction period.

At the Council meeting on 28 March 2017 community feedback on the Balgowlah Plaza Revitalisation plan was received and council approved the revised plans which will now go to public tender for the construction.

At the Council meeting on 28 March 2017 community feedback on the Balgowlah Plaza Revitalisation plan was received and council approved the revised plans which will now go to public tender for the construction.

In October 2016 we consulted with the community on draft design plans for the revitalisation of Balgowlah Plaza. During consultation, the community identified some minor changes to the designs which were then included in the revised design plans that went to Council 31 January 2017.

In October 2016 we consulted with the community on draft design plans for the revitalisation of Balgowlah Plaza. During consultation, the community identified some minor changes to the designs which were then included in the revised design plans that went to Council 31 January 2017.

The Balgowlah Plaza Revitalisation project is designed to create an improved, safe, friendly public space for the local community within the Balgowlah shopping precinct on Sydney Rd, Balgowlah.

The upgrade will create a connected public space that will attract a greater mix of retail and dining mix, as well as provide opportunities for the local community and business to meet, gather and promote their activities. This in turn will ensure that the shopping precinct will become more economically resilient and community focused into the future.

The Balgowlah Plaza Revitalisation project is designed to create an improved, safe, friendly public space for the local community within the Balgowlah shopping precinct on Sydney Rd, Balgowlah.

The upgrade will create a connected public space that will attract a greater mix of retail and dining mix, as well as provide opportunities for the local community and business to meet, gather and promote their activities. This in turn will ensure that the shopping precinct will become more economically resilient and community focused into the future.